Private 6-hour Lake Tahoe boat charter with a USCG-certified captain (up to 10)
6 hours
Up to 10 people
Private boat, Captain, Fuel
Ride out on Lake Tahoe on a private 6-hour charter aboard a 26 ft Chaparral Sunesta 264. Cruise with a USCG (United States Coast Guard) certified captain and stop at highlights like Emerald Bay State Park.
No pets allowed. Do not bring glass, red wine, or overly messy foods. Late arrival will shorten your time on the lake.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 10 guests.
Cancel more than 10 days before your booking for a full refund. Cancel within 10 days or no-show: no refund. Full refund for cancellations determined by Boat Tahoe; weather cancellations are determined by Boat Tahoe only. Holiday dates listed are non-refundable one month prior.
Product ID: JX927N
Yes. If you book for 7 or more passengers, United States Coast Guard regulations require a Bareboat Charter and you pay the captain and fuel separately in addition to your prepaid charter fee. An additional $100 per hour is due upon arrival and paid directly to your captain (cash, Venmo, or Zelle). If you book 7+ but arrive with fewer, you still pay the additional $100 per hour.
Arrive at the marina at least 30 minutes before your charter (longer on weekends and holidays) and be at the boat 15 minutes prior. If you arrive late, your time on the lake is shortened.
No. Use the restroom at the marina near the parking lot before boarding. If needed, you can stop along the way.
All charters start and end in the Tahoe Keys Marina located in South Lake Tahoe, CA.
We did the tour with Captain Brandon and he was very nice and accommodating. We went around emerald bay and had a great time. My only complaint is that it felt too short. I felt like we didn’t get to swim as much as I would’ve liked because it was time to head back, but he mentioned we can ask about extending the time next time. I think 3 hrs would be better than 2 if you really want to spend time on the water. I would def do this tour again just extend the time.
Daysi Muralles
August 28, 2026
We did the tour with Captain Brandon and he was very nice and accommodating. We went around emerald bay and had a great time. My only complaint is that it felt too short. I felt like we didn’t get to swim as much as I would’ve liked because it was time to head back, but he mentioned we can ask about extending the time next time. I think 3 hrs would be better than 2 if you really want to spend time on the water. I would def do this tour again just extend the time.
Daysi Muralles
August 28, 2026
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